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Forum: Carburetors
03-17-2009, 10:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 23,645
Posted By wa90formula350

Re: timing for vortec, carb'd hei 350

I'll have to see what plugs I am running and recheck my timing as well, thanks for the help
Forum: Carburetors
03-16-2009, 10:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 23,645
Posted By wa90formula350

Re: timing for vortec, carb'd hei 350

what is your initial timing at?
Forum: Carburetors
03-05-2009, 09:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 23,645
Posted By wa90formula350

Re: timing for vortec, carb'd hei 350

I was at 9, bumped it up to 12 and big difference, still carb fine tuning to be done but less of a hesitation and much better response. Thanks

Rob
Forum: Carburetors
03-05-2009, 07:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 23,645
Posted By wa90formula350

timing for vortec, carb'd hei 350

I' m sure this posted some where but I could not find it. Late 80's roller 350, vorted heads, hei ignition, no computer, what is the timing spec?? I have it timed like a 70's 350 if I remember...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-29-2007, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 745
Posted By wa90formula350

Re: I'm back, now with a 2nd gen T/A clone

I have found a couple but they are not very active, thanks for the heads up on that site, did not know about it.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-29-2007, 04:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 745
Posted By wa90formula350

I'm back, now with a 2nd gen T/A clone

well its been a while, but I am back, picked up a 71 Esprit, T/A clone. Its got a late 350, 1 piece rear seal, stroked to a 383 with a Scat crank. Is not how I would have done my car as it has 2...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-14-2002, 06:16 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,371
Posted By wa90formula350

Rotary engines

were some earlier post re: rotary engines, inefficient yes, but a 13B can make about 200-250 HP at about 10,000 rpm, out of 1.3 liters, really neat little engines and in a 2200 pd Rx2 awsome, had a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-14-2002, 04:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 648
Posted By wa90formula350

oh yeh gapped at

just over .035, with the Accel 300 series wires I though you could open the gap a bit, was just a little loose .035, maybe .037.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-14-2002, 04:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 648
Posted By wa90formula350

Autolite

Autolite 3 year platinum plugs, real bummer. With costco gas they would foul out real quick, had been using chevron super and the car improved but continued to get worse and worse.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
06-14-2002, 01:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 648
Posted By wa90formula350

platinum plugs=fouled plugs=hesitation

Just wanted to let everyone know, finally found what was causing all my engine trouble, hesitation, missing, poor throttle response. Platinum Plugs, with a stock ignition system. I had been told it...
Forum: Electronics
02-04-2002, 07:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 716
Posted By wa90formula350

I'm sorry, I dont write clear, the headlights...

I'm sorry, I dont write clear, the headlights dont work, everything else is fine, was wondering if the high/low beam on the column could be the cause as everything else checks out. And thank you to...
Forum: Electronics
02-03-2002, 02:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 716
Posted By wa90formula350

headlights not working

OK guys this is for my 94 Wrangler but the light switch and hi beam wiper switch are the same as my 90 Formula, thought I'd see if anyone has an idea, the Jeep forums suck. Lights are good replaced...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-28-2001, 06:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 356
Posted By wa90formula350

Thanks for the help but I dont think 90's have a...

Thanks for the help but I dont think 90's have a MAF sensor, I think its the other one, either way i'll check this out to make sure.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-26-2001, 07:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 356
Posted By wa90formula350

running terrible

I've got a 90 Formula 350, only 91k miles on it. Its running real bad, i've been through the boards and have done everything I can think of, new cap and rotor, cleaned the IAC, replaced the TPS, ran...
Forum: Car Audio
04-29-2001, 05:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 557
Posted By wa90formula350

Just got back from Car Toys with my new Infinity...

Just got back from Car Toys with my new Infinity Kappa 6x9's and 4x6's, was going to get a set of kick panels but they wanted $150 each, I was like wow thats expensive then the intaler guy goes, I'll...
Forum: Exhaust
02-27-2001, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 408
Posted By wa90formula350

Here's my web site with tips on the install ...

Here's my web site with tips on the install

http://www.geocities.com/rx2man/Firebird_Formula_350.html

If only I could figure out why the background on the web site keeps disapearing.

Rob...
Forum: Exhaust
02-09-2001, 06:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 604
Posted By wa90formula350

I found that they were not long enough at least I...

I found that they were not long enough at least I did not think so and went with some lock washers and the bolts provided from SLP, I've got tips page at:...
Forum: Exhaust
02-09-2001, 02:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 17,676
Posted By wa90formula350

check out my web site I posted most of the tips I...

check out my web site I posted most of the tips I got when I did my install, forgot to list why you need the silicone gasket glue stuff. its to hold the washers together with the nuts for the motor...
Forum: Exhaust
01-26-2001, 04:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 362
Posted By wa90formula350

I'll post my web site that has a helper section...

I'll post my web site that has a helper section on header installs do not jack up the motor or you'll be sorry, if the only way you can get it in is by lifting the motor you need a engine hoist,...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-19-2000, 03:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 686
Posted By wa90formula350

I had a car painted by Maaco, I think they are...

I had a car painted by Maaco, I think they are better than Earl. It depends where you go though all are different check around. Also do your own prep and it'll look better, they dont use a clear...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-07-2000, 08:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 515
Posted By wa90formula350

The reason the glaze only last a few day is...

The reason the glaze only last a few day is because it is meant to be covered by a carnuba wax, it is not meant to be the final coating.
Forum: Exhaust
12-03-2000, 10:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 703
Posted By wa90formula350

these guys got good cats got em on my bird $150 a...

these guys got good cats got em on my bird $150 a pair for 2 1/2 in/out high flow too.
http://www.cnlperformance.com/cats.html

Rob
1990 Formula 350
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
12-03-2000, 10:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 515
Posted By wa90formula350

There are books at your local library that can...

There are books at your local library that can take you through detailing a car but basically you use the cleaner or 1500 grit compound or maybe a clay bar first to remove contaminants first, then...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-28-2000, 08:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 432
Posted By wa90formula350

What karps says is true, a person can sink alot...

What karps says is true, a person can sink alot of money into a car and never get any of it out, as long as you know. You can also consider doing alot of the work yourself and take it down to a...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-28-2000, 12:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 432
Posted By wa90formula350

If the car is one color and straight minus door...

If the car is one color and straight minus door dings of course, dont mess with it. The first time you come out from the grocery store and find a shopping cart up against it you'll flip, all the...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-27-2000, 11:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 467
Posted By wa90formula350

Make sure you use some sort of de waxer on your...

Make sure you use some sort of de waxer on your z, then sand in every nook and crany, even do the surface, this way you will know the paint wont come off. Make sure you use a high presure washer and...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-27-2000, 10:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 455
Posted By wa90formula350

The front end sorta reminds me of those algae...

The front end sorta reminds me of those algae sucker fish that clean the insides of the tank.

Rob
1990 Formula 350
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
11-27-2000, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By wa90formula350

Look in your phone book under tires and wheels...

Look in your phone book under tires and wheels used, I got a set of Enkies, look like the BBS or the late 80's GTA wheels with new 60 series tires only $400. They look new and are in great shape,...
Forum: Body
11-18-2000, 05:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 639
Posted By wa90formula350

I got the same wheel where can you sell em?

I got the same wheel where can you sell em?
Forum: Body
11-17-2000, 05:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 640
Posted By wa90formula350

You just redid your t tops right? why not seal...

You just redid your t tops right? why not seal the area around the windshield with the clear silicone and check to see if thats where the leak is comming from. My Rx7 has the windshield glued in...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-15-2000, 12:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,969
Posted By wa90formula350

Replace them for the peace of mind. Not that...

Replace them for the peace of mind. Not that much $$$$ in the overall picture. Do it right the first time, I just spent more money and time because I did'nt and it was not fun, lucky for me all I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-15-2000, 12:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 385
Posted By wa90formula350

These boards are great, its good to be able to...

These boards are great, its good to be able to bounce ideas around or get a question answered. The Bird is a blast to drive again, thanks to my fellow enthusiasts.
Forum: Body
11-15-2000, 12:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By wa90formula350

I'm not sure if I'm reading this right but on my...

I'm not sure if I'm reading this right but on my 79 Camaro the window was pushed in a little so that when closing the door it would catch the rubber funny and not seal well. I finally figured it out...
Forum: Body
11-14-2000, 11:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 898
Posted By wa90formula350

If I pull the fuse will the air bag be disabled...

If I pull the fuse will the air bag be disabled and can still be left in without going off. Then just pull the bulb and be done with it? It figures the bulb that you dont wont to work is the one...
Forum: Body
11-14-2000, 09:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 898
Posted By wa90formula350

I hav'nt played with it or changed wheels, I'm...

I hav'nt played with it or changed wheels, I'm guessing its gone bad. Thelight comes on occasionaly and I did'nt want it goin off or looking at the warning light. I was hoping I could just pull the...
Forum: Body
11-13-2000, 03:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 898
Posted By wa90formula350

Air Bag light, can fuse be pulled

My Inflatable rest. light comes on sometimes. Can I just pull the fuse and leave everything else alone, to keep it from going off, and also to keep the light from comming on? Will this work or do I...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-13-2000, 03:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 385
Posted By wa90formula350

Vader, Engine Boy, RB83 thanks!

I put the old rockers back on and removed the old pan and installed a nice used one. Thanks for the help, lucky for me no engine damage. Alot of work that was not needed if done right the first...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-08-2000, 07:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 860
Posted By wa90formula350

I just ordered a nice set but the type of looms...

I just ordered a nice set but the type of looms that hang over the side would not fit with the SLP emmissions headers not sure if they would have worked with the factory equip either. I ordered mine...
Forum: Exhaust
11-08-2000, 03:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By wa90formula350

At least your still drivin, mine is still #$%@%$...

At least your still drivin, mine is still #$%@%$ up, It'll be the 3 weekend of workin on it, I have to straighten the exhaust out some more, cars can be such a pain, just keep at it dont accept...
Forum: Exhaust
11-07-2000, 05:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 420
Posted By wa90formula350

It could be a real pain depends on what equipment...

It could be a real pain depends on what equipment you have, you may need to buy new motor and tranny mounts, SLP recommends them, you then need to get the engine up high enough to get the motor...
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-07-2000, 05:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 368
Posted By wa90formula350

Thanks merf, I got till wait till Friday when I'm...

Thanks merf, I got till wait till Friday when I'm off to head out to where the Formula is I'm gonna check the shocks out.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
11-06-2000, 08:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 368
Posted By wa90formula350

Actually I did not touch the panhard bar, I'm...

Actually I did not touch the panhard bar, I'm wondering if as I just installed a set of new shocks with vst (valve that opens for presure) maybe the valve is stuck on em, causing it not to go down.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2000, 08:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,212
Posted By wa90formula350

Thanks again Vader, I dont really have the money...

Thanks again Vader, I dont really have the money for the rockers, I read your earlier post about the ultimate rocker arms which is when I realized I had the wrong stuff. too bad for me.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2000, 08:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,466
Posted By wa90formula350

after some more thought on this I'm gonna buy...

after some more thought on this I'm gonna buy some of the suction cup pullers the dent is so shallow it seems like it would work and less hastle, I hate to think of adding myself to the Darwin award...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2000, 06:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,466
Posted By wa90formula350

Thanks RB and all others, the pan is not smashed...

Thanks RB and all others, the pan is not smashed I knew I should not be jacking the engine up with the pan so used some 1/2 particle board that would I hoped distribute the load, so its only dented a...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-06-2000, 01:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,466
Posted By wa90formula350

Thanks Vader and Engineboy, I hav'nt run the...

Thanks Vader and Engineboy, I hav'nt run the motor for more than about 5 min, long enough to rule out a flat lifter as I did some valve work. I had accepted the fact that I would have to pull the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2000, 10:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,466
Posted By wa90formula350

great thanks, I know you have to raise the motor,...

great thanks, I know you have to raise the motor, I've got access to a hoist, I'll do a high volume pump just in case. appreciate your time. take care.
Rob
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2000, 10:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,212
Posted By wa90formula350

I just wish I had know earlier could have saved...

I just wish I had know earlier could have saved some time, I bought em from my friend he had not used em but they were for the earlier model, I did not look into it enough. They are nice though, look...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2000, 10:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,466
Posted By wa90formula350

I'm thinking from your reply that my oil pump is...

I'm thinking from your reply that my oil pump is damaged? whats the method used to pull the motor I'm assuming an engine hoist, where do I hook it up at? No manifold to attach the crane to where...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
11-05-2000, 09:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,212
Posted By wa90formula350

Thanks engine boy, and from what I read the...

Thanks engine boy, and from what I read the rocker arms I pulled off have the side tips that go on either side of the valve tip keeping everything lined up, since I'm not ready to pull the heads for...
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